Did you know November is Epilepsy Awareness Month?

Unfortunately, there is nothing fun about having epilepsy.

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that can affect any one of us regardless of race, age, or gender. Seizures are a symptom of epilepsy. Not all seizures are the same. Many people with epilepsy have more than one type of seizure. Misunderstanding and misinformation about seizures contribute to continued feelings of stigmatization and negative outcomes for people with epilepsy. People with epilepsy may experience “felt” stigma, which leads to shame about their condition and fear of discrimination if they talk about it. Felt stigma was linked to higher seizure frequency, younger age at epilepsy onset or longer duration, lack of knowledge about epilepsy, and younger age. Stigmas about epilepsy can reduce the quality of life of even when seizures are well controlled.